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The underground rapid transit lines have been under construction for almost two decades due to various project delays
The cross pinnacle on the Tower of Jesus Christ will be ready to receive visitors in 2026 on the centennial of Gaudi’s death
Now you can get your wine in Talence by paying directly in Bitcoin
That’s because the state has to spend money on updating the railway infrastructure rather than subsidizing the cost of the popular pass
Steffen Romstöck said that he would respect the residents’ choice and would take over the helm of the municipality, even if he didn’t run
The measure, which will come into force from 1 January 2025, will be partial and temporary…for now
Rethinking renewable energy sources for the urban landscape
But operating them is still illegal under the country’s legislation
The examples, compiled by Beyond Fossil Fuels, can inform and inspire communities and entrepreneurs that still feel trepidation at the prospect of energy transition
Now you can get your wine in Talence by paying directly in Bitcoin
Rethinking renewable energy sources for the urban landscape
The examples, compiled by Beyond Fossil Fuels, can inform and inspire communities and entrepreneurs that still feel trepidation at the prospect of energy transition
The underground rapid transit lines have been under construction for almost two decades due to various project delays
Plus, it has a unique modular design that allows it to be shortened and lengthened like a train
At least, that’s the promise made by the mayor of Paris, Anne Hidalgo
Despite its church-y name, the district has long been known as the hangout spot for the artsy crowds
At least, that’s the promise made by the mayor of Paris, Anne Hidalgo
Hostal de Pinós is located in the geographical centre of the autonomous region
On the eve of the new academic year, the ranking considers several distinct but essential factors
Following a successful trial phase, these quiet areas will now be available on all main routes in the country
The academic institution shows a deeper understanding of the well-being of its students
The money is for the growth and expansion of tech startups
The European Investment Bank (EIB) will pour 50 million euros into Germany’s Wachstumsfonds Bayern 2 venture capital fund, boosting innovative start-ups in robotics, aerospace and fintech. The move was agreed upon back in March, however, it was signed on 5 July 2021 by The EIB Vice-President Ambroise Fayolle and Bavaria’s Secretary of State for Economic Affairs Roland Weigert pushing Bavaria’s densely packed university cluster one step closer to becoming the start-up hotspot of Europe.
A serious problem for European small and medium-sized tech start-ups is the lack of available growth capital - a stark contrast to the conditions in the US and China. This is what Bavaria’s Wachstumsfonds Bayern 2 fund aims to remedy underpinned by the large network of universities and research centres in the region.
The Bavarian Ministry of Economic Affairs set up Wachstumsfonds Bayern in 2015, through which it has invested more than €71 million in 23 promising Bavarian start-ups employing 1 850 highly qualified professionals.
At the same time, the fund is managed by Bayern Kapital which helps to facilitate cooperation between private domestic and foreign investors and the up and coming companies. Because of this a further €350 million of private capital was invested in growing companies.
The Free State of Bavaria launched the successor fund Wachstumsfonds Bayern 2 in mid-2020, endowing it with €115 million. Now, the EIB’s commitment brings the fund’s total volume to €165 million, recognising the strategic importance of the endeavour.
EIB Vice-President Ambroise Fayolle emphasised the importance of investing in Europe to help boost the recovery of the continent and its competitiveness on a global scale, especially after the pandemic.
The first businesses to benefit from this investment are German Bionic Systems (robotics), OroraTech (space) and Wealthpilot (fintech).
OroraTech is a company developing a nanosatellite that will provide quicker early warnings for wildfires across the globe. The company needs to send its own shoebox-sized nanosatellites into orbit in the coming years. These will be equipped with very small AI-based infrared cameras. Adding to the companies credibility is the fact that forest authorities worldwide have already enhanced their early warning systems with the OroraTech wildfire system.
Thomas Grübler and Björn Stoffers with a prototype of the satellite, Source: OroraTech
Wachstumsfonds Bayern 2 has also invested in German Bionic Systems. With its headquarters in Augsburg, German Bionic Systems is a European market and technology leader in the field of robotic exoskeletons. The intelligent, backpack-like power suits help to reduce the risk of musculoskeletal disorders for employees in physically taxing jobs, such as those working in warehouses.
A demonstration of the Cray X Power Suit, Source: German Bionic Systems
Meanwhile, the fintech company Wealthpilot targets asset advisors, banks and insurance companies. With Wealthpilot, they can analyse and manage their end customers’ total assets at the touch of a button and provide said customers with a transparent and easy to understand overview of their assets on all their devices.
Bavaria’s Secretary of State for Economic Affairs Roland Weigert claimed that the EIB’s decision is a sign that they recognise Bavaria as a business location. He continued: “A key objective of our economic policy is to offer risk-taking entrepreneurs with promising ideas the optimal conditions for growth and success. They are the ones driving innovation and strengthening our competitiveness.“
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The underground rapid transit lines have been under construction for almost two decades due to various project delays
Now you can get your wine in Talence by paying directly in Bitcoin
That’s because the state has to spend money on updating the railway infrastructure rather than subsidizing the cost of the popular pass
Rethinking renewable energy sources for the urban landscape
The examples, compiled by Beyond Fossil Fuels, can inform and inspire communities and entrepreneurs that still feel trepidation at the prospect of energy transition
Now you can get your wine in Talence by paying directly in Bitcoin
The 10th European Conference on Sustainable Cities and Towns (ESCT) sets the stage for stronger cooperation between the EU, national and local level to fast track Europe's transition to climate neutrality.
At least, that’s the promise made by the mayor of Paris, Anne Hidalgo
The underground rapid transit lines have been under construction for almost two decades due to various project delays
At least, that’s the promise made by the mayor of Paris, Anne Hidalgo
Hostal de Pinós is located in the geographical centre of the autonomous region
Despite its church-y name, the district has long been known as the hangout spot for the artsy crowds
Urban dwellers across the EU are having a say in making their surroundings friendlier to people and the environment.
Forests in the EU can help green the European construction industry and bolster a continent-wide push for architectural improvements.
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